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thermal insulation
Also known as: insulation, heat insulation, thermal-insulating properties
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Recent breakthroughs in the valorization of lignocellulosic biomass ... pubs.rsc.org Jun 7, 2025 20 facts
referenceX. Sun et al. developed a sustainable lignocellulose aerogel designed for air purification, featuring thermal insulation, flame retardancy, and mechanical strength, supported by a life cycle assessment.
measurementLacoste et al. developed semi-rigid fiber composites using alginate-based binders, which exhibit a flexural strength of 0.2–0.54 MPa, a compressive strength of 0.4–1.41 MPa, and a thermal conductivity of 0.08 W m−1 K−1, making them suitable for thermal insulation in green buildings.
referenceW. Liang et al. (2019) developed a method for preparing attapulgite-based aerogels that exhibit flame retardancy and thermal insulation properties.
referenceP. Gupta et al. (2018) created a low-density and high-strength nanofibrillated cellulose aerogel for thermal insulation applications.
claimHuman civilization has historically used straws, large leaves, and wood stems for thermal insulation in residential buildings since ancient times.
imageThe figure 16 in the source document displays various processes and results: (a) isolation of cellulose nanocrystals (CNC) from tunicate via acid hydrolysis, (b) surface modification of CNC via silylation, (c) ball-milling of red mud, (d) freeze-drying, (e) cross-linking of composite aerogels using hexamethylene diisocyanate (HDI), (f) sound absorption coefficient (SAC) of composite aerogels, (g) schematic of thermal and acoustic insulation mechanisms in red mud composite aerogels, (h) schematic of lignin-cellulose gel formation using BMIMCl, (i) sound-absorbing performance testing, and (j) set-up for quantifying SAC.
referenceJ. Zhu et al. (2019) developed an ultralight, hydrophobic, monolithic Konjac glucomannan-silica composite aerogel with thermal insulation and mechanical properties.
referenceJ. Feng, D. Le, S. T. Nguyen, V. Tan Chin Nien, D. Jewell, and H. M. Duong developed silica–cellulose hybrid aerogels specifically for thermal and acoustic insulation applications.
referenceCharai et al. (2021) evaluated the thermal insulation potential of non-industrial hemp (Moroccan Cannabis Sativa L.) fibers for use in green plaster-based building materials.
referenceMendes et al. reviewed silica-based aerogel applications for thermal insulation, specifically detailing designs such as the External Thermal Insulation Composite System (ETICS) and the Internal Thermal Insulation multi-layer system (ITI).
referenceX. Long, P. Huang, X. Wei, J. Yu, S. Wang, and J. Liao developed an ultra-high strength, highly deformable, and superhydrophobic polybenzoxazine@cellulose nanofiber composite aerogel for thermal insulation.
claimTo function as effective thermal insulation in buildings, solid materials must have low density and high porosity.
claimZhu et al. observed that the combination of ultra-low density, high porosity, and the presence of inorganic red mud particles in their fabricated material acted as a natural barrier to thermal and acoustic waves, resulting in superior insulating properties.
referenceX. Li, Z. Yang, K. Li, S. Zhao, Z. Fei, and Z. Zhang prepared a flexible silica aerogel with thermal and acoustic insulation properties using a water solvent system.
referenceX. Yu, X. Jin, Y. He, Z. Yu, R. Zhang, and D. Qin created an eco-friendly bamboo pulp foam using chitosan and phytanic acid interfacial assembly of halloysite nanotubes, which provides flame retardancy, thermal insulation, and sound absorption.
referenceD. Wang et al. (2020) developed biomimetic structural cellulose nanofiber aerogels with mechanical, flame-retardant, and thermal-insulating properties.
referenceC. Wang, Y. Xiong, B. Fan, Q. Yao, H. Wang, C. Jin, and Q. Sun synthesized a lignin aerogel using cellulose as an adhesion agent, which demonstrated strong mechanical performance, sound absorption, and thermal insulation properties.
referenceQ. B. Thai et al. (2020) developed cellulose-based aerogels derived from sugarcane bagasse for use in oil spill cleaning and heat insulation applications.
referenceX. Zhao et al. (2023) developed a scalable, high-porosity wood material designed for sound absorption and thermal insulation.
referenceA. Lamy-Mendes et al. reviewed progress in the development of silica aerogel-containing materials for thermal insulation in buildings.
A critical review of industrial fiber hemp anatomy, agronomic ... bioresources.cnr.ncsu.edu 6 facts
claimAccording to Wu et al. (2021), hemp biomass grown in contaminated soil can be utilized for building materials, insulation, composites, and other non-food and non-textile applications because the heavy metals do not affect the fiber quality.
claimHemp-based construction materials are considered to have high potential due to their carbon-negative properties and good thermal insulation.
claimHemp fibers used in construction materials like hempcrete, insulation, or biocomposites provide long-term carbon storage, according to Collet and Pretot (2014).
claimAmong previous Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) studies on hemp, building materials, hempcrete, and insulation were the most frequently studied products.
claimHempcrete is used in floor, roof, and wall insulation due to its thermal insulation, breathability, fire-resistance, and acoustic properties, which help regulate indoor temperature and reduce the need for active heating or cooling.
referenceIndustrial hemp has applications in a wide range of sectors including textiles, paper, insulation, building materials, horticulture, animal nutrition, food and beverages, nutraceuticals, cosmetics, hygiene, medicine, agrochemistry, energy production, and environmental remediation, according to a 2020 review by Crini et al. in Environmental Chemistry Letters.
Ecologists Study the Interactions of Organisms and Their Environment nature.com 1 fact
claimStellar sea lions rely on thick layers of fat for insulation against cold temperatures.
a deep dive into the applications of bioplastic across 17 industries coffeefrom.it 1 fact
claimBioplastic applications in the construction industry include building materials, insulation, and architectural components.